The Student Room Group
Reply 1
They just look like scars to me...
Reply 2
Stretch marks maybe? Have you been growing a lot recently?
Reply 3
i think they look like stretch marks that have faded... might be wrong though
Reply 4
Definitely stretch marks, unless you know of any trauma, I have some marks just like that but mine are better now since they are fading. If you really want to settle your mind, see your GP.
Reply 5
do you do rowing or weights involving your back, they give u stretch marks as well.
Anonymous
does anyone know wat these are?

they are each like 2inches across

Definitely stretch marks. I noticed some on my back and legs when I was about 18 but haven't developed any more since (am now 22) - I think it was to do with starting weight training. I wouldn't worry about it... they start off looking red and angry, but eventually you barely notice them. As I understand it, these stretch marks result from periods of rapid growth, whether it be puberty, getting stronger, or putting on weight - anything that causes your skin to stretch. This causes a tear in your skin beginning from deep down and extending to the surface, and so you get scar formation with collagen deposition.